Ever wondered if the trusty lock on your front door in Los Angeles is truly standing guard, or just putting on a good show?
What in the World is Lock Bumping, Anyway? (And Why Should Angelenos Care?)
Picture this: you’ve locked up your charming bungalow in Silver Lake, or your swanky condo in Downtown LA, thinking you’re all set for a safe evening out. But lurking in the shadows of security threats is something called “lock bumping.” Sounds a bit like a dance move, right? Unfortunately, it’s far less groovy and a lot more nefarious.
Lock bumping is a shockingly simple, yet highly effective, non-destructive entry technique that preys on the design